"This is extremely unfortunate as airlines are not ATOL bonded and when they fail they cause chaos by leaving holiday makers responsible for finding another flight.

"If you have paid by credit card for a flight over £100 you will most likely, eventually, get your money back.

"If you have travel insurance take up the issue with them, but the most pressing issue is getting home or not losing out on your festive holiday."

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